#2F4974 Hex Color
Grounded and professional deep slate blue
#2f4974 is a dusty, unsaturated blue with a matte finish that suggests grounded professionalism. Because it is dark and muted, it functions best as a 60% base color in corporate or tech interfaces. White text offers high readability against this shade, making it a reliable choice for long-form content. Use this hex code to anchor designs where you need stability without the sharpness of a primary navy.
Questions about #2f4974
What is #2f4974 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2f4974 is rgb(47, 73, 116), in HSL hsl(217, 42%, 32%) and in CMYK 59%, 37%, 0%, 55%.
How should I use #2f4974 in a user interface?
#2f4974 works best as a 60% base color for enterprise software or tech platforms where clarity is critical. Because it is highly readable against white, it serves as a stable anchor for long-form text and primary navigation bars.
Does #2f4974 read as warm or cool?
This color sits firmly in the cool spectrum due to its strong blue base, yet its desaturated, dusty finish prevents it from feeling cold or aggressive. It avoids the sharpness of a primary navy, offering a softer, more approachable professional tone.
Is #2f4974 readable on white or black?
#2f4974 has a 9.02:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.32:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.